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What can I do if I am falsely accused of stealing a Rolex watch? Police are now involved.

I work in a salon where I see clients in an enclosed room. After working with 5 people during the course of the day I discovered a women's watch underneath the therapy table. It was time to go home so after cleaning up I gathered my belongings along with the watch and headed for the exit. I brought the watch up to the front desk and asked the reception girl where she wanted me to put it. Here I have to preface: I have had my suspicions about this girl and others find her odd as well. She told me to leave it on the desk which I did. We 2 were the only people present. I left for the day. Next week my client who left the watch called and was told that no one knew anything about a watch. When spoken to the girl claimed she never saw me put the watch down: a boldface lie. Now what?

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You could potentially be charged with Theft. If the property is worth over $500 then you could be charged with Felony Theft by Taking by the District Attorney's Office. If after the police investigation, the District Attorney's or the Solicitor-General's office decides to charge you with theft, you will definitely need an attorney. A theft conviction can follow you around for life and prevent future employment opportunities.

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You need to get the advice of an attorney who can look after your interests. Assuming you don't have the watch in your possession and that you haven't sold it, it seems that your attorney should be able to handle the matter without too much trouble.

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